UNDP Nepal launches the 2025 Human Development Report, focusing on AI’s role in inclusive growth and human-centered digital transformation. The event highlights Nepal’s AI vision, challenges, and collaborative roadmap toward equitable technological progress.
Ncell Foundation’s ‘BIN THERE, HACKED THAT!’ hackathon engages youth and women innovators to develop scalable tech solutions for Nepal’s waste crisis, fostering collaboration between public and private sectors for sustainable impact.
Ericsson partners with Orange Maroc to modernize the network for standalone 5G launch in 2025, integrating cloud-native core and policy control solutions. This supports Morocco’s Digital 2030 goals amid growing North African 5G deployments.
SITE awarded €140 million contracts for telecom, power, and cybersecurity integration on Morocco’s Kénitra–Marrakech high-speed rail. The project aligns with Morocco’s national rail expansion and infrastructure readiness for the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
Ooredoo Kuwait ranks among MENA’s top five inspiring workplaces in 2025, recognized for its employee-centric culture fostering well-being, empowerment, and innovation. The company plans new leadership and wellness initiatives to sustain its commitment to workplace excellence.
Nova raises $3.65 million to expand its AI-driven professional network and SaaS recruiting platform, focusing on Europe and the Middle East. The funding bolsters its mission to offer a vetted, high-quality LinkedIn alternative improving talent matching and recruitment processes.
African startups raised $254 million in May 2025, with Egypt leading the continent in funding share. Significant deals and exits highlight growing investor confidence and a vibrant tech ecosystem across Africa.
Ericsson emphasizes Egypt’s progress in 5G rollout while urging faster spectrum allocation and SME adoption. With robust infrastructure and innovative models, Egypt is poised to become a regional 5G innovation hub aligned with Vision 2030 goals.
Jumia partners with Diar Dzair to offer Buy Now, Pay Later services in Algeria, enhancing e-commerce accessibility and fostering digital financial inclusion in a cash-heavy market.
Es’hailSat adds Algeria’s El Ikhbariya TV and five radio channels to its Es’hail-2 satellite lineup, expanding MENA region coverage. The partnership strengthens Algeria’s public broadcasting reach with reliable satellite services from Qatar’s leading operator.
